Horses reach people in extraordinary ways.
Our horses are helping our students reach goals they never imagined. People with autism and Down syndrome have said their first words. Adults with multiple sclerosis and children with neurological disorders have improved balance and gained strength after riding. Some have even taken their first steps. Children from the inner-city and high school students with emotional issues have gained confidence and become inspired to learn. Wounded military veterans and seniors with memory deficits have found comfort and hope from our horses. Discover how our horses can help you or someone you care about.
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COVID Protocols
Unfortunately, as the number of COVID cases are on the rise, we have been forced to re-visit our mask policy. Currently the CDC recommends masks should be worn indoors regardless of vaccine status in counties that are experiencing substantial transmission risks, which includes Geauga County and many neighboring counties. Masks will now be required when you are in our lobby, meeting rooms, tack room and classrooms. Please click here for a detailed list of our procedures. And for those unable to return at this time, please click here for videos and activities. Thank you all for your support! Stay safe and healthy! If you have any questions, please contact Leslie Mapes at lmapes@fieldstonefarm.org.
Our Students
Our students range from age three to seniors in their eighties and nineties and have a wide range of challenges including: autism, anxiety, blindness, cerebral palsy, depression, Down syndrome, learning disabilities, multiple sclerosis, neurological disorder, PTSD, spinal cord injuries, and survivors of trauma, among others. All are working with our horses to challenge their limits, break through barriers and achieve goals such as independence, strength, self-esteem, balance, and socialization.
Strength
Acceptance
Coordination
Happiness
Balance
Endurance
Independence
Peace
“The unique connection between horse and rider opens up new directions for growth, change, and recovery.”
Dr. Arthur Lavin, leading Cleveland pediatrician
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News & Events
Sign up today for Nov. 8 Workshop
Oct. 22, 2021 — Join our PATH certified team and credentialed professionals from the community in our education workshop series from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Nov. 8. (3 core PATH requirement hours, 2 continuing education hours) This will be the last workshop this year.
Great showing at annual event
Oct. 4, 2021 — Students showed off their riding and carriage driving skills at our annual horse show this past weekend as scores of families, friends and instructors smiled with pride at their incredible accomplishments. Gorgeous day for a show! Check out the photos by Frank Gwirtz and Maureen Foster!
Register for Sept. 30 Workshop
Sept. 1, 2021 — Join our PATH certified team and credentialed professionals from the community in our education workshop series from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept. 20. Topics include: Anxiety in Youths, Alignment Corrections, Sensory and Behavioral Strategies, Developmental stages, Addiction and PTSD. Five hours of disability education credits are provided for certified therapeutic riding and driving instructors. For more information contact tzimmer@fieldstonefarm.org or click here.
Key Dates 2021
November 8 — Instructor Workshop
November 24 — No Classes after 12pm on Wednesday – Thanksgiving
November 25-28 — Facility Closed – Thanksgiving Holiday
December 18 — Last Day of Classes
December 23-27 — Facility Closed – Christmas Holiday
December 31 — Facility Closed – New Year’s Holiday
For our 2021 calendar of events, and closing dates, please click here.